AddressAbout the Role:
Grade Level (for internal use): 11
The team: An exciting opportunity has opened up for a high-performing Product Manager to join the Agribusiness team, part of the Commodity Insights division of S&P Global. We specialize in unrivalled expertise from farm to fork, delivering the latest market news, supply/demand, price data and forecasts, expert analysis and bespoke consulting across the whole food value chain that helps our clients to see the bigger picture and act upon it.
The impact : The Senior Product Manager will help drive the growth of a portfolio of mature and new B2B information products and services covering the agriculture and food commodity markets , meeting clients and market participants, understanding market trends to identify and deliver high growth opportunities.
You will work with the wider product management team and collaborate with our research & analysis, sales, technology, marketing and customer care teams to determine which market problems we are best positioned to solve . You will contribute to product strategy across your areas of the portfolio , business plans, product roadmaps, user personas, market requirements and use scenarios that lead to growth in current and new market segments.
What’s in it for you:
You will join a high performing team where you will have the opportunity to forge your own product roadmap and strategy, focused on the agriculture and food commodities sector that will power growth in the Fuels, Chemicals and Resources business line, part of S&P Commodity Insights division.
The Senior Product Manager will play a critical role within the wider Agribusiness portfolio, this will include other product groups, research teams, sales, marketing and leadership. Finally, you will have the opportunity to work directly with customers and prospects to gain insight into the market trends and opportunities .
This position provides the opportunity to impact the growth of S&P Global Commodity Insights by bringing revenue-generating products and/or product enhancements to market . You will relish the opportunity to solve problems for thousands of companies, and the people that work for them, by designing and building high-quality , product solution s.
Responsibilities :
Market Problems, Market Definition, Competitive Landscape: Develop programmes of customer research to uncover needs in a data-driven way and translate feedback into actionable insight ensuring product development continually improve. Serve as the voice of the market across the business.
Product Strategy & Roadmap: Provide significant input to our portfolio strategies by developing a deep understanding of agribusiness market trends, needs of prospective and current customers, as well as how customers use the current products and competitor products.
Problem Solving: Take ownership of activities to identify , analy s e, evaluate alternatives and formulate responses to resolve business and customer problems.
Product requirements: Translate market knowledge into user personas and product positioning statements which serve as the blueprint for both plans to improve go-to-market activities and input into the product roadmap. Manage multiple external and internal stakeholder groups to achieve the business critical goals
Innovation: Solves industry challenges by applying leading-edge technologies and new approaches to solve the most difficult market problems and create transformational solutions for the industry. Apply continuous discovery techniques to uncover new opportunities for our portfolio.
What w e’re l ooking f or
5 years of product management experience with experience of analytical content , data and market intelligence products and services . You might have worked in industry data/ analysis , B2B information, fintech , software or a related field .
D emonstrated ability to quickly develop new domain understanding to be effective in a product management role
Past success in both developing and launching new offerings and in finding new avenues for growth for mature products
Business acumen and analytical skills with the ability to construct and evaluate different business model approaches to maximize ROI
Experience in and enthusiasm for engaging with clients to understand customer industry workflows, identify unmet needs, and develop creative solutions to address them
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, and have very strong presentation skills
Experience influencing without authority and managing diverse sets of stakeholders
Experience of working with developers and of Agile Scrum / SAFe practices
Experience of APIs and enterprise data delivery would be a plus
Foundational q ualities w e s eek i n a ll c andidates :
Strong analytical skills
Ability to communicate effectively and concisely , including to executive-level audiences
Project management skills: y ou will understand when a sense of urgency is required , you will be comfortable with scheduling and planning, and you can efficiently and effectively guide a group towards a goal.
You will be comfortable working under pressure and have the ability to juggle multiple projects at the same time
Proven ability to work in a matrix environment, collaborating with stakeholders to achieve shared commercial goals
Enjoyment in being a team player who brings a sense of positive energy and an ability to influence, inspire, and motivate critical cross-functional partners across the organization
Occasional in-region and international travel is required .
About S&P Global Commodity Insights
At S&P Global Commodity Insights, our complete view of global energy and commodities markets enables our customers to make decisions with conviction and create long-term, sustainable value.
We’re a trusted connector that brings together thought leaders, market participants, governments, and regulators to co-create solutions that lead to progress. Vital to navigating Energy Transition, S&P Global Commodity Insights’ coverage includes oil and gas, power, chemicals, metals, agriculture and shipping.
S&P Global Commodity Insights is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI). S&P Global is the world’s foremost provider of credit ratings, benchmarks, analytics and workflow solutions in the global capital, commodity and automotive markets. With every one of our offerings, we help many of the world’s leading organizations navigate the economic landscape so they can plan for tomorrow, today.
For more information, visit http://www.spglobal.com/commodity-insights .
What’s In It For You?
Our Purpose:
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology–the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
Our People:
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide—so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We’re committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We’re constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
Our Values:
Integrity, Discovery, Partnership
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of integrity in all we do, bring a spirit of discovery to our work, and collaborate in close partnership with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
Benefits:
We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include:
Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.
For more information on benefits by country visit: https://www.spglobal.com/en/careers/our-culture/
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at S&P Global:
At S&P Global, we believe diversity fuels creative insights, equity unlocks opportunity, and inclusion drives growth and innovation – Powering Global Markets. Our commitment centers on our global workforce, ensuring that our people are empowered to bring their whole selves to work. It doesn’t stop there, we strive to better reflect and serve the communities in which we live and work, and advocate for greater opportunity for all.
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Equal Opportunity Employer
S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment.
If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: EEO.Compliance@spglobal.com and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.
US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law.
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Job ID: 295842
Posted On: 2024-03-04
Location: London, United Kingdom
